Land Use/Land Cover Change Impact on Hydrological Process in the Upper Baro Basin, Ethiopia by Tewodros Getu Engida, Tewodros Assefa Nigussie, Abreham Berta Aneseyee, John Barnabas

“…The performance of the model statistical test shows the coefficient of determination (R2) and Nash–Sutcliffe (NS) efficiency values 0.87 and 0.81 for calibration periods of 1990–2002 and 0.84 and 0.76 for the validation period of 2003 to 2009, respectively. …”
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Synthesis and swelling behavior of highly adsorbent hydrogel for the removal of brilliant green from an aqueous solution: Thermodynamic, kinetic, and isotherm models by Aseel M. Aljeboree, Ayad F. Alkaim, Shaymaa Abed Hussein, Mohammed Abed Jawad, Ishraq Hasan, Shahad Abdulhadi Khuder

“…This synthesis aimed to obtain a highly stable, biodegradable, biocompatible, and swellable superabsorbent hydrogel that is ecofriendly. A new method of preparation of hydrogel nanocomposite based on Castor plant leaves within swelling hydrogel networks is developed. …”
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Design of the optimal groundwater quality monitoring network using a genetic algorithm based optimization approach by Somaye Janatrostami, Ali Salahi

“…The optimal design of the monitoring network should be performed periodically. Since monitoring efficiency is expected to change when the data of the new wells become available, a re-evaluation of the optimized monitoring network considering the addition of new wells every few years may help the determination of the long-term effectiveness of a groundwater quality monitoring program.…”
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Perancangan User Experience Portal Media Interaksi Komunitas Kampus dengan Pendekatan Social Media Platform by Asyora Dewi Prabandani, Herman Tolle, Retno Indah Rokhmawati

“…The media portal is designed using the Human Centered Design method. There are 4 stages, namely determining the user context, requirements specification, design solution, and design evaluation. …”
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Pemanfaatan Tanaman Eceng Gondok (Eichornia Crassipes) Untuk Menurunkan Kadar Amonia Dan Fosfat Pada Limbah Cair Rumah Sakit Otika Banten Dengan Metode Fitoremediasi by Widya Hadiattin, Tauny Akbari

“…The results of ammonia levels were below the standard quality standards but still had a fairly high value, while phosphate levels exceeded the standard quality standards. This study aims to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of water hyacinth plants (Eichornia crassipes) in reducing ammonia and phosphate levels in the wastewater of Otika Banten Hospital. …”
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Presenting the conceptual model of organizational democracy with an emphasis on the development of employees' psychological capital by Sattar jahantabi neghad, Foad Makvandi, ezat allah Kiani, ghanbar Amirnegad, Vahid Chenari

“…Abstract The purpose of this research is to present a conceptual model of organizational democracy with an emphasis on the development of psychological capital in the employees of National Iranian Oil Company. The research method is quantitative, and a researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect data, analyzed by SPSS and SmartPLS 3 software. …”
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Hybrid Machine Learning-Driven Automated Quality Prediction and Classification of Silicon Solar Modules in Production Lines by Yuxiang Liu, Xinzhong Xia, Jingyang Zhang, Kun Wang, Bo Yu, Mengmeng Wu, Jinchao Shi, Chao Ma, Ying Liu, Boyang Hu, Xinying Wang, Bo Wang, Ruzhi Wang, Bing Wang

“…This multidimensional clustering approach overcomes the narrow focus of traditional <i>ELR</i>-based methods by incorporating photoelectric conversion efficiency and electrical characteristics. …”
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Enhanced transdermal delivery of lidocaine cream via ultrasound and microneedle rollers by Jiaxiao Sun, Yang Yang, Yang Yang, Juanjuan Zheng, Hao Liang, Feng Yan, Wensheng Zhang, Wensheng Zhang, Wenqin Xie

“…ObjectiveThe aim of this study is to determine the most effective physical parameters for optimizing the transdermal delivery of lidocaine cream.MethodsPreliminary experiments were conducted to optimize ultrasound settings while ensuring safety, guided by visual and histopathological evaluations following observations of skin burns in rats. …”
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Examining the Influence of the Shadow Economy on the Performance of Financial Markets and the Banking Sector in BRICS Countries: A Panel SUR Approach by Jaber Hasan Mhejir, Samad Hekmati Farid, Ali Reza Zadeh, Yousef Mohammad Zadeh

“…Therefore, it can be concluded that the shadow economy serves as a significant determinant of financial market and institutional performance. …”
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Statistical assessment of the activity of collective accommodation facilities and their contribution to the economy of the Russian Federation regions by V. N. Salin, M. V. Vakhrameeva, V. V. Narbut

“…The indicator of the number of persons placed in collective accommodation facilities is used to determine the tourist flow in the context of the regions of the Russian Federation. …”
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Penentuan Musim Penangkapan Ikan Ekor Kuning (Blonch, 1791): Studi Perairan Karimunjawa, Indonesia by Pranata Candra Perdana Putra, Setyo Tri Wahyudi, Abu Bakar Sambah, Aida Sartimbul

“…This study aims to determine the optimal yellowtail fishing season index using the moving average method based on time series analysis to optimize fishing sustainably. …”
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Adhesion, proliferation and viability of human umbilical vein endothelial cells cultured on the surface of biodegradable non-woven matrices modified with RGD peptides by L. V. Antonova, V. N. Silnikov, M. Yu. Khanova, L. S. Koroleva, I. Yu. Serpokrilova, E. A. Velikanova, V. G. Matveeva, E. A. Senokosova, A. V. Mironov, E. O. Krivkina, Yu. A. Kudryavtseva, L. S. Barbarash

“…The arginine–glycine–aspartic acid (RGD) sequence (a cell adhesion site that is present on many extracellular matrix proteins) is the promising target for modification. The efficiency of attachment of endothelial cells can be influenced both by the structure of RGD peptide and the extent of linker group.Aim: to determine the optimal method for modification of non-woven matrices of polyhydroxybutyrate/ valerate and polycaprolactone (PHBV/PCL) by RGD-peptides leading to the increasing of adhesion, viability and proliferation of endothelial cells.Materials and methods. …”
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Development and Validation of a Machine Learning Model for Early Prediction of Delirium in Intensive Care Units Using Continuous Physiological Data: Retrospective Study by Chanmin Park, Changho Han, Su Kyeong Jang, Hyungjun Kim, Sora Kim, Byung Hee Kang, Kyoungwon Jung, Dukyong Yoon

“…To confirm the reliability of delirium determination records, we prospectively collected results of Confusion Assessment Method for the ICU (CAM-ICU) evaluations performed by qualified investigators from May 17, 2021, to December 23, 2022, determining Cohen κ coefficients. …”
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Characterization of phage HZY2308 against Acinetobacter baumannii and identification of phage-resistant bacteria by Ruilin Wang, Xiaojuan You, Xinwei Liu, Bing Fei, Yifan Li, Dan Wang, Rui Zhu, Yongwei Li

“…Moreover, the antibacterial effect of phage HZY2308 in combination with antibiotics was investigated, and the apparent characteristics of phage-resistant strain AB48-R were demonstrated, which provided data support for further studies to elucidate the mechanism of generating phage resistance. Methods Phage HZY2308 was isolated by double agar plate method using clinical strain AB48 as the host bacterium. …”
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Investigation on the interaction force measurement between bubble and particle in flotation based on resistance strain cantilever beam by Xibing REN, Lijuan SUN, Qinshan LIU, Yulong CHENG, Xiahui GUI, Yaowen XING

“…The interaction force between bubble and particle directly determine the efficiency of bubble-particle mineralization and serve as a crucial window into the microscopic mechanism of flotation. …”
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Experimental approaches to creating a tissue-specific matrix for a bioartificial liver by A. M. Grigoriev, Yu. B. Basok, A. D. Kirillova, L. A. Kirsanova, N. P. Shmerko, A. M. Subbot, E. A. Nemets, I. A. Miloserdov, M. Yu. Shagidulin, V. I. Sevastyanov

“…Biochemical screening included the determination of DNA quantity in the test samples. Efficiency of surfactant washing was assessed by the cytotoxicity of the matrix in the NIH 3T3 fibroblast culture. …”
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Sparstolonin B potentiates the antitumor activity of nanovesicle-loaded drugs by suppressing the phagocytosis of macrophages in vivo by Yuefeng Zhang, Zuo Mou, Wei Song, Xiaoqin He, Qin Yi, Zhekai Wang, Xietong Mao, Wei Wang, Yangtao Xu, Yang Shen, Peng Ma, Kaihuan Yu

“…Macrophages (Mφs) in the liver and spleen contribute to the rapid depletion of NVs, but the underlying mechanism is unclear. Methods By collecting the supernatant of PANC-1 cells and squeezing PANC-1 cells, EVs and ENVs derived from PANC-1 cells were prepared via ultracentrifugation. …”
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Continuum topological derivative - A novel application tool for segmentation of CT and MRI images by Viswanath Muthukrishnan, Sandeep Jaipurkar, Nedumaran Damodaran

“…Results clearly demonstrate that the combination of CTD denoising and segmentation outperforms the other three established methods in terms of both efficiency and accuracy in delineating diseased or affected areas, as evidenced by the various case studies conducted in this research. …”
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Digital vs. conventional instructor-led midwifery training in Benue State, Nigeria: a randomized non-inferiority trial by Fanan Ujoh, Anja Dzunic-Wachilonga, Rafat Noor, Victoria Gusa, Roseline Ape-aii, Isaac Ohene, Rajan Bola, Jan Christilaw, Stephen Hodgins, Ronald Lett

“…In this study, the Midwifery Active Digitization Empowerment Initiative (MADE-I) program was tested to determine if digital delivery of the Fundamental Interventions, Referral and Safe Transfer (FIRST) course is at least equally effective for training midwifery students compared to conventional small-group delivery.MethodsA non-inferiority randomized controlled trial design was used, enrolling 130 s-year students from 2 midwifery schools in Benue State, Nigeria. …”
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Agricultural Electrostatic Spraying Electrode Corrosion Degradation Mechanisms: A Multi-Parameter Coupling Model by Yufei Li, Anni Zou, Jun Hu, Changxi Liu, Shengxue Zhao, Qingda Li, Wei Zhang, Yafei Wang

“…Theoretical analysis indicates that the Fermi level and work function of electrode materials fundamentally determine charge transfer efficiency, while corrosion resistance emerges as a key parameter affecting system durability. …”
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